USDA Forest Service Lake Wedington Waterline Construction, ARKANSAS

Amendment 003 Updated Schedule B of Items for LI001 Distribution System and Provides Engineering Clarification for Change Request for 2”-8” Schedule 40 PVC Sleeving

Amendment 002 Correct total POP to read 270 days from award (SF1442 block 11); No Later Than 29 Jan 2027. (Remove/Replace Page 1 of the SF1442.)

Amendment 001 Correct the bid deadline of the SF1442. Remove/Replace Page 1 of the SF1442./Block 13a should reflect a deadline of 04/24/2026; 1000CT.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 12445126B0010 is issued as a Invitation for Bid (IFB) to This project will include elements from two separate designs: complete replacement of existing distribution lines (Package 001) and new potable water supply line (Package 002) at Lake Wedington Recreation Area, Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Disclosure of the Magnitude of Construction Projects: The Magnitude of this project is between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000.

This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. The small business size standard is $45 million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Statement of Requirement: This project will include elements from two separate designs: complete replacement of existing distribution lines

(Package 001) and new potable water supply line

(Package 002). The distribution system includes demolition of existing lines and valves and installation of approximately 16,000 linear feet of waterline (sizes range from 1-inch to 6-inch) from the existing Forest Service 22,000-gallon water storage tank to the day-use area and campground. The supply line includes installation of approximately 6000 linear feet of 3-inch waterline from Krie Road to the existing Forest Service 22,000-gallon water storage tank.

Project Location: Lake Wedington Recreation Area, Fayetteville, Arkansas; Ozark-St. Francis National Forests. entrance gate to Lake Wedington Rec Area (west of Fayetteville, AR -off AR State Hwy 16). See Attachment 001through 003 for complete details.

Schedule and Deadlines:

Site Visit: 10 Mar 2026, 1000CT. Offerors are highly encouraged to attend the site visit. Meet at the entrance gate to Lake Wedington Rec Area (west of Fayetteville, AR - off AR State Hwy 16). USFS Point of Contact is Danny Sims (479) 223-2176, danny.sims@usda.gov.

RVSP is requested by 07 Mar 2026 so we don't leave anyone behind!!!

Questions Deadline: 27 Mar 2026. Questions shall be submitted via email to steven.alves@usda.gov; cc: adam.doyle@usda.gov and are due no later than March 27th, 2026. The subject line should read: 12445126B0010 QUESTION.

Bids Deadline: 24 Apr 2026 - 1000 CT. All bids shall be received by 1000 CT and emailed to steven.alves@usda.gov cc: adam.doyle@usda.gov. Subject Line: 12445126B0010 BID_Co. Name **BIDDERS SHALL CALL THE CO/CS TO CONFIRM RECEIPT** This will avoid missed bids due to email quarantines that may occur.

Period for acceptance of offers. The Offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

Period of Performance: 270 days after award/Completion no later than 29 JAN 2027